1989 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1989: 2 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1983 | 1 |
| 1984 | 0 |
| 1985 | 0 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 2 |
| 1988 | 1 |
| 1989 | 2 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 17 |
| 1993 | 1 |
| 1994 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Vehicle speed control
1 of 2 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
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After vehicle has been parked for awhile, its very hard to restart it. When it is started would have a fast idle. Would not kick down even after accelerator has been pressed. Taking vehicle to dealer to have it checked out.
NHTSA ODI report, 1999-09-23
Electrical system
1 of 2 total reports mentions: electrical system, most commonly citing module.
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Transmission computer replaced due to failure to go into 3RD/4TH gears.
NHTSA ODI report, 1996-06-28
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1989 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser — pre-purchase inspection
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- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1989 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 1989 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser?
- The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1989 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-20 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.